Bass Elem School vs Mays Elem Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 634 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bass Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
313 students
Mays Elem Academy
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
277 students
| Measure | Bass Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Mays Elem Academy Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2150 of 2,303 | #2146 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #48092 of 50,301 | #48072 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 313 | 277 |
| Enrollment | 313 | 277 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.1% | 67.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 8% | 10% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 7% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (14.0 vs 14.1).
- •Mays Elem Academy does better on math proficiency (7% vs 5%).
- •Mays Elem Academy does better on reading proficiency (10% vs 8%).
- •Mays Elem Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.9% vs 98.1%).
- •Bass Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 18.5).
- •Bass Elem School is the larger school with 313 students compared with 277.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Bass Elem School better than Mays Elem Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Bass Elem School and Mays Elem Academy?
About 634 m in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bass Elem School: 313. Mays Elem Academy: 277. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bass Elem School and Mays Elem Academy rank in Illinois?
Bass Elem School is 2150th of 2,303 and Mays Elem Academy is 2146th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).